Virginia Klie On July 30, 1623, the Pilgrims celebrated what was probably their second Thanksgiving. Pumpkin pie was included on the menu and continues as part of this most American feast. The first cookbook published in the United States, American Cookery (1796) by Amelia Simmons, included a recipe for Pumpkin Pie. 1 unbaked pie-crust (23 centimeters / 9 inches) Filling: 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1 1/2 cups (450 grams / 1 pound) cooked, mashed and strained pumpkin or sweet potato 2/3 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon Continue→

Virginia Klie PANCAKES Pancakes can also be called Flapjacks or Griddle Cakes. They are much thicker than crepes (which are panquecas in Portuguese) and are traditionally served at breakfast. 1 1/2 cups flour, sifted 1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons sugar 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder 1-2 eggs 1-1 1/4 cups milk 3 tablespoons melted butter 1. In a large bowl, sift the flour a second time with the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly, and add the milk and butter. Pour Continue→